the 1888 message

A User-Friendly Guide to the 1888 Message

The 1888 General Conference session and the issues raised by it.

Ekkhardt Mueller, Biblical Research Institute, Silver Spring, Maryland.

George Knight, professor of Church History at Andrews University, addresses the issues raised by 1888 General Conference session. It is not the first time that he writes on this subject. However, the new volume includes several topics and information not covered in his previous writings. The book has nine chapters, eight of which are in a question-and-answer format. Knight addresses 56 questions. In the last chapter he summarizes the practical application of his study in nine propositions.

The book is easy to read and full of fascinating historical detail. It contains many helpful insights and summarizes the important issues, providing a clear picture of what was going on in 1888 and the following years. Knight approaches the topic and the characters involved with fairness. He points out the strengths and the weaknesses of all proponents. He lucidly describes the role that Ellen White played in this conflict and the problems she had to encounter.

The book contains some statements that might lend themselves to being misunderstood. On page 179, Knight writes about "God's Word in Scripture." In some cases, one can almost not avoid it being used in a way that was not intended. In other cases, clearer formulations could prove helpful. There is some repetition throughout the volume, which is mainly caused by the question-and-answer format.

A User-Friendly Guide to the 1888 Message is a must for everyone who wants to understand Advent history, as well as the present debate with the 1888 movement.


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Ekkhardt Mueller, Biblical Research Institute, Silver Spring, Maryland.

September 1999

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